Alex Evans

It has become one of the talking points of the city and love it or not, a cornerstone of Sheffield shopping.

Today, Meadowhall Shopping Centre turns 25 years old - and a range of special events and activities have been organised in the centre to celebrate.

Throughout the day there are world record attempts at the centre.

The main dome at Meadowhall will host a Guinness World Record attempt live on the hour every hour from 11am to 5pm at Lower High Street near Thomson.

A spokesman for the centre said: “As part of our 25th birthday celebrations, we’re giving you the chance mark the occasion with a unique challenge that could secure your place in history next to Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Usain Bolt and many more!

“We’re giving you a fun and unique opportunity to become a Guinness World Records Title Holder.